Function-Based Elopement Treatment for kids with autism

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is an interventional study examining a caregiver-mediated ABA approach called FBET to reduce child elopement in autism. It starts with a single-arm open-label phase in one clinic, then compares FBET to treatment as usual across at least six ABA clinics to assess effectiveness and how well it can be implemented in real-world settings. Participants receive 12 FBET sessions over 20 weeks or standard treatment, with caregiver assessments at baseline and end, plus caregiver training between sessions. The study focuses on feasibility, safety, and clinical improvement related to elopement and related behaviors in community-based ABA settings.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Child participant:

* Boys and girls ages \> 4 to \< 12 years
* Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis by history
* Presence of elopement as an important caregiver concern - elopement occurring regularly for at least 3 months.
* At least one primary caregiver can speak and understand English.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Non-English speaking participants

Where it's running

• Marcus Autism Center
  Atlanta, Georgia, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Mindy Scheithauer — Emory University
• Study coordinator: Mindy Scheithauer, PhD
• Email: Mindy.Scheithauer@choa.org
• Phone: 404-785-9322

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.